Welcome to our September 2023 Rewind, where we review some of LIVEcommunity’s biggest headlines from the past month! In September, we introduced LIVEcommunity's new search features, shared best practices for Palo Alto Networks’ devices, revealed new features for Prisma 4.2, shared how and why Accepted Solutions are an integral part of LIVEcommunity and much more! Read on to see community's September 2023 highlights. Best Practices for Palo Alto Network DevicesAt Palo Alto Networks we're dedicated to crafting products and services that empower you to spot and stop cyberattacks effectively. That's where our best practice documentation comes into play! Whether you're on the hunt for the nitty-gritty on securing admin access for your next-gen firewalls and Panorama, crafting a top-notch security policy that lets you safely navigate the internet gateway and data center, or want to know the ins and outs of rolling out a decryption policy to keep threats at bay, we've got your back with our best practice documentation. How and Why to Accept SolutionsDid you know that you can help your fellow community members by accepting solutions when a reply answers your question? Accepted solutions are a super-helpful resource in the community, and we want to make sure our members understand how this feature works! Accepted solutions help build knowledge in LIVEcommunity. What's the Scoop on Cyberpedia?Today, the digital age has revolutionized learning. For security professionals adapting to the ever-changing world of security concepts, the internet is their ally. These days, we turn to online courses and certifications for structured learning. Webinars and virtual conferences keep cybersecurity and IT specialists up-to-date and connected to current changes, while cybersecurity literature, like books and blogs, offers in-depth insights. Unit 42 Attack Surface Threat Research: Constant Change in CloudIn our survey of over 250 organizations, we found that 80% of security exposures are found in cloud environments and 20% of cloud services change every month. Trying to get a handle on this sort of volatility is not easy, but it is vitally important. Our 2023 Unit 42 Attack Surface Threat Report explores the global attack surface landscape based on observable data on exposures that are publicly accessible over the internet. It also offers recommendations on how organizations should approach active attack surface management. New Features Introduced in Prisma Access 4.2Palo Alto Networks continues to push boundaries in cloud-delivered security with the introduction of Prisma Access 4.2. This impressive release stands as the industry's sole ZTNA 2.0 security solution presented within a seamless, all-in-one package. In this fresh update, we're once again strengthening our cutting-edge ZTNA 2.0 security with an array of exciting new features and improvements. New Features for LIVEcommunity SearchLIVEcommunity is thrilled to introduce you to two new features that enhance your search experience. Whether you're on the hunt for quick solutions or going down the rabbit hole, our latest search upgrades have got you covered. Click on the link above to learn more about Smart Snippets and Featured Results. LIVEcommunity Member Testimonial: Charles BuegeCharles Buege is the Fuel User Group Chicago Chapter Leader. In his LIVEcommunity interview video, Charles spoke about the benefits of being involved with the Fuel User Group and the Palo Alto Networks LIVEcommunity. Through the Fuel User Group, Buege has grown professionally, building relationships with colleagues and contacts around the world, while accessing resources and information that would not be available otherwise. Read on to learn more about Charles Buege.. VM-Series Sizing Guide for Google CloudThis article describes the best practices for sizing Palo Alto Networks' VM-Series Next Generation Firewalls deployed on Google Cloud. This document is intended for network administrators, solution architects, and security professionals who are familiar with Compute Engine, Load Balancing and Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) networking on Google Cloud. Get Started with VM-Series with AWS Gateway Load Balancer - A PoC Playbook Guide This article is intended for anyone who wishes to get some hands-on experience with the VM-Series appliance on AWS, an understanding of how automation can be leveraged to easily deploy and bootstrap the firewalls and also how the integration of the Gateway Load Balancer, Transit Gateway and the VM-Series firewall works. XSOAR 8 Migration - Everything You Need to Know! Getting prepared for an XSOAR 8 migration can be challenging! The Cortex XSOAR team worked hard to cover everything you need to know to plan ahead for the migration. By reviewing the XSOAR 8 migration guide, you'll gain invaluable insights into migration prerequisites, features information, and best practices that will help you navigate the upcoming changes and improvements in XSOAR 8, ensuring you're well-prepared for the migration ahead. Step-by-Step Lab: Prisma Access ZTNA 1 and 2 Arm With AzureIn today's digital landscape, security and connectivity are paramount. This Prisma Access ZTNA Step-by-Step LAB with Azure is a practical guide designed to simplify the process of implementing Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) using Palo Alto Networks' Prisma Access with Microsoft Azure. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to enhance your network security and provide secure remote access in an easy-to-follow manner. Cortex XSOAR - Embrace or Tame the Chaos?Whether you’re just starting your Security Automation journey or are a finely tuned Security Professional who is well down the path; know that Cortex XSOAR offers a myriad of use cases to help you tame the chaos! New PANCast Episodes Are Out! PANCast is a Palo Alto Networks podcast that provides actionable insights from cybersecurity experts to customers, helping them ensure each day is more secure than the one before it. Visit our PANCast homepage to learn more and watch our previous podcasts in this series. PANCast™ Episode 26: What Should You Know About Installing Defenders? PANCast™ Episode 27: The Importance of Making Use of Defender Logs
